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Plant, mushroom or milk derived particles are shown to offer unique advantages in food applications. They encapsulate bioactive compounds such as proteins, lipids and RNA that benefit our well-being as discussed in Science.

What sets these particles apart?

Enhanced Bioavailability: Nature-derived particles can improve the bioavailability of encapsulated compounds, meaning that a higher proportion of the nutrients can be absorbed in intestine and utilised by the body compared to traditional extracts.

Enhanced Stability of Bioactives: Particles protect encapsulated bioactive compounds from degradation. This ensures that the beneficial actives remain stable and potent throughout the product’s shelf life.

Efficient Delivery: Particles can cross the intestinal barrier and deliver encapsulated bioactives directly to cells and tissues, enhancing their efficacy compared to free nutrients.

Protection and Purification Benefits: While extracellular vesicles from plants, mushrooms, and milk can be destroyed by standard food processing methods, their isolation and concentration offer significant advantages. Purified vesicles preserve their integrity and bioactivity, making them more resilient than many free bioactive compounds.

Concentration of Bioactives: By purifying and concentrating particles, encapsulated nutrients also get concentrated, making particles a potent bioactive food additive. Just a small amount of these particles can provide substantial health benefits, equivalent to consuming large quantities of vegetables or other sources.

Applications as functional food: The potent, stable delivery of bioactive compounds through particles can particularly appeal to the well-being community and those interested in longevity, offering a new method to enhance nutrient intake and overall health. Particles’ high concentration and stability make them an interesting avenue for long-duration space travel, where space and weight are at a premium.

Potential for Personalised Nutrition: With advancements in nature-derived particle technology, there is potential to create personalised nutrition solutions that cater to individuals’ specific dietary needs and health conditions.1

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